STR vs MTR vs LTR in FresnoShort-Term Rentals (STRs): Fresno isn’t as high-demand for pure vacation stays compared to tourist hotspots, but there is an opportunity with corporate travelers, relocations, medical stays, and weekend bookings.

It also has great access to both I-80 and Highway 49 running through it, making it easy to get to Sacramento and surrounding towns.From what I can tell, this area seems a bit overlooked compared to other parts of Northern California, which could mean good upside over time.Does this community look like a good entry-level investment?

Are you changing how or where you’re investing compared to a few years ago?

Nikki — yes, you do have leverage, but it’s less about the number of units and more about how clean and marketable the deal is.Selling two multifamily properties at once can be attractive to the right agent if:• Pricing is realistic• Financials are organized• Properties are straightforward to marketRather than focusing only on commission %, you might also compare:• Marketing strategy• Buyer pool (retail vs investor)• Track record selling small multifamily locallySometimes a slightly higher fee with a strong agent results in a faster, cleaner sale and better net outcome.

It’s seen consistent rental demand, and there’s still liquidity for small to mid-size properties compared to some other parts of the state.The main things to get right there are property age, utility configuration, and understanding how local lenders underwrite older assets.

I recently worked with a California homeowner who completed a 1031 exchange into two long-term rental properties in the Grand Rapids, MI area.The goal was to reposition equity from a higher-cost market into Midwest rentals with more stable cash flow, while coordinating both acquisitions and financing remotely.We focused on rent-ready properties rather than heavy rehabs, and structured the purchases together to keep timelines aligned and reduce execution risk.Curious what others are seeing right now in Grand Rapids in terms of pricing, rent-to-value ratios, or investor demand compared to prior years.

Happy to compare notes if you want—feel free to call or text me anytime at 440-503-8155.

Not just transactional closings, is crucial.If you’d ever like to compare what investor-friendly setups look like in Memphis, where a lot of NYC investors start because of the cash flow and landlord-friendly environment, I’d be happy to share examples and intros to management teams like FoundationPM.com.Just let me know how you want to compare your options!

I’m specifically interested in teams or companies that:Understand real estate (wholesaling, off-market, investors, agents, etc.)Can handle motivated seller conversations intelligentlyDeliver consistent appointment quality, not just call volumeIntegrate well with common tools (PropStream, BatchLeads, ReadyMode, Follow Up Boss, REISift, etc.)Have real-world ROI, not just marketing claimsIf you’ve used cold callers successfully, I’d love to hear:The company or team you recommendApproximate cost per caller/hourWhat type of lists you’re calling (absentee, probate, high equity, tired landlords, etc.)Realistic results (leads, appointments, deals per month)What you’d do differently if you were starting overBonus points if you’ve tested multiple providers and can compare quality, accents, training, and conversion rates.I’m happy to share what I’m seeing on my end as well once I compile feedback.Appreciate any insight from people actually doing volume, not just theory.Thanks in advance.

If so, comparable sales would be the most reliable way to determine that.